2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terraza | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 96 L |
